Episodes

In this raw Bitcoin podcast conversation, director and co-creator Lauren Sieckmann unpacks her award-winning 2025 documentary Unbanked, exploring Bitcoin as a path to financial self-sovereignty for the billions excluded from traditional banking.The film features real stories from inflation-hit economies in Argentina, Ghana, Nigeria, and beyond, showing how people use Bitcoin to hedge against hyperinflation, control their money, and cut out middlemen in a decentralized system.Lauren details the four-year global journey—traveling continents, filming 200+ hours, and capturing everyday empowerment through Bitcoin—from New York streets to the Global South. Key topics include Bitcoin's post-2008 origins and Satoshi Nakamoto's vision, its power for the unbanked in high-inflation regions, filming challenges, and why Unbanked won Best Documentary at the Manhattan Film Festival plus the Harlem International Film Festival Spotlight Award.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu speaks with Alex Crognale, a professional soccer player and Bitcoin enthusiast. They discuss Alex's journey into Bitcoin, the decision to receive part of his professional soccer salary in Bitcoin, and the long-term benefits of investing in Bitcoin over traditional assets like real estate.Alex shares insights on the importance of education in Bitcoin investment and how he aims to use Bitcoin for philanthropic efforts through his foundation. The conversation emphasizes the potential of Bitcoin as a wealth-building tool and the need to spread awareness about its benefits.

In this episode, Abubakar Nur Khalil recounts his remarkable journey from self-taught coder in Nigeria to Bitcoin core contributor and Btrust board member. He explores Bitcoin's transformative potential in Africa, navigating regulatory challenges, and the critical need for developer education. Khalil also discusses Recursive Capital’s role in fueling Bitcoin innovation and Bitnob’s success in solving real-world issues, underscoring Bitcoin’s power to foster financial freedom and innovation across the continent.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu interviews David Seroy, head of ecosystem at Alpine, discussing the evolution of Bitcoin, the potential of ZK Rollups, and the future of Bitcoin startups.David shares his personal journey into the Bitcoin space, the challenges and opportunities within the Bitcoin ecosystem, and his vision for a radically unopinionated Bitcoin stack that embraces various functionalities without compromising its core principles. The conversation also touches on the cultural shift in the Bitcoin community, the challenges of integrating Bitcoin as legal tender, and the importance of building innovative solutions to enhance Bitcoin's usability.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu interviews Mike Carson, a Bitcoin OG and entrepreneur, who shares his journey into the world of Bitcoin, his experiences with early challenges, and his current projects, including Spaces Protocol and the revival of Friendster. The conversation delves into the importance of decentralized naming systems, the pushback from traditional tech companies, and the future of Bitcoin and its applications. Mike emphasizes the value of conviction in the crypto space and the urgent need for self-sovereign online identities.

In this episode, Bobby Shell, Voltage's VP of Marketing, recounts his evolution from a young entrepreneur to a pivotal figure in the Bitcoin and Lightning Network arena. He explores the critical role of marketing within the Bitcoin ecosystem, the significance of stablecoins, and the Lightning Network's future. Shell underscores the importance of clear communication and education to promote Bitcoin as a transformative payment rail for global transactions. He also offers insights on how businesses can harness Bitcoin and Lightning to drive growth and enhance efficiency.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu chats with Ian Smith, CEO and CTO of Quantum EVM, about how quantum computing could impact blockchain technology. Ian, with his deep tech and cryptography expertise, explains why blockchains need to prepare for potential quantum threats. They discuss practical ways to protect digital assets, the current progress in quantum computing, and what developers should do to keep their projects secure. Ian also shares his thoughts on Bitcoin's security approach and stresses the need to get ready for a quantum future.

In this Bitcoin Source podcast episode, Bitcoin educator and digital nomad Selale Malkocoglu discusses Bitcoin’s role in personal freedom, her nomadic lifestyle, and her Bitcoin Junior Club for youth education. She covers her Bitcoin-inspired wearable designs, critiques big tech’s influence, and emphasizes storytelling and cinema in promoting Bitcoin’s ethos. Selale compares cultural views on Bitcoin in Europe and the US, reflects on community-building, her use of Bitcoin while traveling, her writing, and Bitcoin’s future, highlighting Nostr innovations, altcoin risks, and the need for education to drive mass adoption.

In this gripping episode of The Bitcoin Source, we sit with Cam Stromme, OnRamp Bitcoin’s head of private wealth, to unravel Bitcoin’s raw promise as a cornerstone for retirement and a defiant stand against a fraying monetary system. Through a lens of history and hope, they dissect Bitcoin’s volatility, its halving-driven surges, and the art of leveraging Bitcoin-backed loans to unlock liquidity without surrender, while probing the seismic wealth transfer to a generation poised to embrace this digital gold.

Hawaii is more than a vacation getaway it is a Bitcoin Haven. Britney’s journey from Bitcoin skeptic to community advocate shows how this technology can preserve heritage and inspire economic empowerment. In this heartfelt episode, Dawdu speaks with Britney, a passionate Bitcoin educator from Hawaii, who shares how Bitcoin addresses cultural and economic challenges in Pacific Islander communities. Her story reveals Bitcoin’s potential not just as a financial tool, but as a force for resilience, empowerment, and preserving cultural identity.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, Sung Choi, CoinMe’s SVP of Business Development and Operations, shares his crypto journey and vision for financial empowerment. He discusses making digital assets accessible, scaling via partnerships, stable coins rise, and Bitcoin’s evolving image. Sung also explores renewable energy’s crypto connection, his unique approach to growth, and overcoming traditional finance skepticism, ending with CoinMe’s future plans and regulatory insights.

In this conversation, Sabina, co-founder of Tando, unfurls her odyssey from content manager to hackathon warrior, birthing a mobile app that stitches Bitcoin into the pulsing veins of Africa’s financial tapestry, revealing both the jagged challenges and shimmering possibilities of Africa which is ripe for revolution. With a voice steady as a drumbeat, she speaks of Tando’s power to transform lives through Lightning payments, igniting education, and beckoning women to the frontier while the hum of Bitcoin’s promise grows louder across the continent’s vast and varied ecosystem.

In this electrifying episode, Data Scientist Matt Ahlborg plunges us into the murky abyss of his Bitcoin odyssey a clandestine rebellion ignited amidst turmoil, delivering dignity where banks crumble and governments claw for dominance. With unwavering resolve, he confronts the skeptics, unveiling his groundbreaking creation: Pay Per Q, a revolutionary interface fueled by Bitcoin’s lightning pulse, charging per query to dismantle the subscription-fueled reign of ChatGPT’s overlords. This audacious innovation levels the playing field, rewriting the rules of AI’s infinite frontier and the financial realm beyond.

In this episode, Dawdu sits down with Tima, co-founder of the Jump Out Girls, to explore how Bitcoin intersects with motherhood, advocacy, and the fight for financial independence. Tima’s insights on privacy, education, and community resilience offer a profound perspective on Bitcoin’s transformative potential.

Pierre Corbin recounts his shift from corporate life to Bitcoin advocacy, spotlighting the Lightning Network’s transformative potential through Flash and the Bitcoin Film Fest’s role in educating through story. He wrestles with inflation, centralization, and the urgent push for mass adoption, offering a glimpse into a decentralized tomorrow.

In this unreleased 2024 interview with The Bitcoin Source, Isaiah "Bitcoin Zay" Jackson a trailblazer weaving Bitcoin into culture unravels his forging of Black Bitcoin Billionaires, the weight of Bitcoin and Black America 2, the drama of his CoinDesk exit, and crafting a legacy of freedom’s fight that echoes beyond the blockchain for African Americans.

From hardship to empowerment, Jill Ford's journey in Bitcoin mining defies all odds. In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, Jill Ford reveals how overcoming personal adversity and systemic barriers in the Bitcoin mining industry led her to success. She shares the pivotal lessons from her financial struggles, incarceration, and how Bitcoin became a tool for reclaiming financial sovereignty.

Natalie Smolenski unpacks the revolutionary ideas in the new book The Satoshi Papers and their profound impact on society. In this episode, Natalie Smolenski dives into Bitcoin’s potential to dismantle state control, revolutionize financial systems, and empower communities globally. From the historical evolution of money to Bitcoin’s role in fostering financial inclusion and challenging systemic inequality, this conversation illuminates the transformative power of decentralized technology.

Janna Scott of DeFi Tax guides us through the maze of crypto taxation, shedding light on investor challenges, IRS audits, and the murky waters of mining and staking in this episode of The Bitcoin Source.

In this compelling episode of The Bitcoin Source, Emilio Pagan-Yourno shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Albany, New York, to becoming a trailblazing Bitcoin entrepreneur and CEO of Unbank carving out a niche in the multi-million-dollar Bitcoin ATM industry. Emilio’s story is a testament to resilience and innovation, offering inspiration for anyone striving to overcome obstacles and redefine what’s possible in entrepreneurship and Bitcoin..

In a world that demands conformity, Evan Kaloudis is building tools that empower defiance, independence, and financial sovereignty. In this compelling episode, Dawdu sits down with Evan Kaloudis, founder of Zeus Wallet, to explore the battle for privacy, self-custody, and innovation in Bitcoin. Kaloudis shares the risks, triumphs, and urgency of reclaiming control over your financial future in a system designed to resist disruption.

Grant Cardone is merging the worlds of Bitcoin and real estate, creating a blueprint for generational wealth in a new financial era. In this captivating discussion, Grant takes us into the chaos of addiction and the silence left by a father who wasn’t there which fueled him to become wealthy. He explores how Bitcoin and real estate intersect as transformative investment strategies. From the launch of the Cardone Capital Space Coast Bitcoin Fund to insights on building lasting wealth, this conversation challenges the limits of both traditional and real estate investing.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Source, host Dawdu and visionary podcaster Sean Clarke explore how Bitcoin can reshape the future of finance, offering insights for both newcomers and seasoned advocates as a safety net to secure your finances.

Rabbi Daniel Lapin reveals the profound connection between faith, finance, and the transformative power of Bitcoin. In this compelling conversation, Rabbi Lapin explores the spiritual essence of money and how faith shapes financial success. From the groundbreaking documentary God Bless Bitcoin to the moral implications of wealth, his insights offer a fresh perspective on building ethical prosperity in a Bitcoin-driven world.